Tag: industry
Gov’t invests $176M in Australian-made uncrewed vessel manufacturing
The Australian Department of Defence says a $176 million investment in a new fleet of Australian-designed and manufactured uncrewed surface vessels will strengthen maritime surveillance capabilities while supporting local manufacturing and industry jobs.
Manufacturing roles highlighted as women urged to help build Australia’s future homes
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) says greater participation by women across the residential building sector — including in manufacturing — will be important to delivering the homes Australia needs, as the industry responds to housing shortages and workforce demands.
Queensland manufacturers to gather in Brendale for industry networking event
Manufacturing Queensland has invited manufacturers from the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay to attend its first networking event for the year, aimed at supporting industry connections and sharing information about upcoming programs and opportunities.
EVC report finds strong EV uptake, calls for continued support
Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market has reached new milestones in sales, model availability and charging infrastructure, but continued growth will depend on sustained government and industry support, according to the State of EVs 2025 report released by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Ai Group calls for urgent reforms as private sector stagnation weighs on economy
The Australian Industry Group has warned that the nation’s economic recovery is faltering amid ongoing weakness in the private sector, underscoring the need for urgent policy reforms to stimulate investment and productivity.
AI road sign project highlights CDU-industry collaboration
Four Charles Darwin University (CDU) Master of Data Science students have developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model capable of detecting and classifying road signs with more than 90 per cent accuracy, demonstrating the potential for AI to improve road safety and infrastructure monitoring.
Australia’s Trailblazer Program unlocks $549 million industry investment to fast-track innovation
More than $500 million in direct industry investment has been unlocked through the Australian Government’s Trailblazer Universities Program to fast-track research and development in priority sectors such as defence, space, clean energy, and critical minerals, according to a recent announcement.
Australia backs $271M additive manufacturing initiative to boost industry
A $271 million initiative to establish the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC) is poised to reshape Australia’s manufacturing sector and strengthen the nation’s competitiveness in sustainable and advanced production technologies.
LAPP Australia unveils key trends for the future of manufacturing
As industrial needs rapidly evolve, demanding continuous improvement in products, processes, and services, Hubertus Breier, Board Member for Technology and Innovation at LAPP, outlines six key trends shaping the industry's future.
Australia unveils national AI plan to boost industry, job growth
The Australian Government has announced plans to develop a National AI Capability Plan, aimed at boosting Australia's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, promoting economic growth, and enhancing productivity.
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Navigating energy price volatility with predictive intelligence
Energy price volatility has become a structural feature of modern electricity markets rather than a temporary disruption. For energy-intensive manufacturers and large commercial operators, fluctuating wholesale prices are reshaping how energy costs are managed, making reactive approaches increasingly inadequate.
